NIGP 65994: Wyes (Y)

NIGP 65994 Wyes (Y), an Item code, covers ductile iron pipe fittings and related piping components that state and local water utilities and infrastructure agencies acquire for system construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance. Recent solicitations show purchasing of ductile iron wyes (bends, tees, and mechanical joint components) in sizes from 4 to 24 inches in diameter, meeting American Water Works Association standards, alongside broader water infrastructure procurement that integrates these fittings into pump station renovation and system improvement projects. Issuing bodies include county water authorities, county boards of commissioners, and regional infrastructure agencies managing water system operations and capital improvements across multiple jurisdictions.

Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners posted a pre-qualification solicitation (RPQ68026035BB11, due May 4, 2031) for ductile iron pipe and fittings under a term contract with 5% local preference for Palm Beach County vendors, with project-specific pricing quotes required on demand from qualified suppliers. Franklin County, Georgia Board of Commissioners issued an ITB (PE77589NONST2026000000005, due March 24, 2026) for water system improvements including a booster pump station renovation that specifies furnishing and installing new pumps with piping and related appurtenances, requiring bidders to hold Georgia Utility Contractor licenses and employ certified Utility Managers. Santa Clara County, California solicited bids for the Central Expressway Pavement Rehabilitation Project (ITBRDAFY260694, due May 21, 2026), a comprehensive infrastructure project that includes installation of new bioretention basins and other drainage-related improvements. Activity appears concentrated in Florida, Georgia, and California across county-level water utilities and regional transportation authorities.